Malpensa Airport (MXP)

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Location

Milan Malpensa Airport is located 45km (29 miles) northwest of Milan.

Airport code

MXP

Transfer between terminals

A shuttle bus connects the two terminals.

Driving directions

Milan Malpensa Airport can be reached from the SS336 state road. Take the ‘Busto Arsizio’ exit from the Autostrada dei Laghi (A8), which links directly with Milan.

Car rental

Car hire companies located at Milan Malpensa Airport include: Auto Europa, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Locauto, Maggiore, Sixt and Thrifty. Desks for these operators are located on the first floor of Terminal 1, while Avis and Europcar also have offices in Terminal 2.

Short- and long-term parking, operated by SEA Parking (tel: +39 02 7486 2646) and APCOA (tel: +39 02 5858 1069), is available close to Terminal 1 – APCOA provides covered parking spaces that are linked directly to the terminal by a walkway. SEA Parking also provides long-term and economy parking close to Terminal 2, with a shuttle bus connecting to Terminal 1. Valet parking is available at both terminals.

Information and help desks

There are several information points located throughout both terminals. A tourist information desk (tel: +39 02 5858 0506) can be found in Terminal 1.

Airport Facilities

Money: Banks, bureaux de change and ATMs are available in both terminals.Communications: There is a post office in Terminal 1. Public telephones and fax facilities are available in both terminals. Paid-for Wi-Fi access is available throughout Milan Malpensa Airport.Food: There is a good selection of places to eat and drink in both terminals. These include plenty of Italian pizza/pasta restaurants and cafés serving coffee and cakes, as well as a specialist eateries serving a variety of cuisines.Shopping: There are numerous shops at Milan Malpensa Airport, including duty-free for non-EU passengers, newsagents and gift shops. Unsurprisingly, given Milan’s fame as a centre of fashion, there are plenty of clothes boutiques and jewellery retailers to explore, with the likes of Armani Jeans, Boggi, Bulgari and Burberry. For motorsport lovers, there are Ferrari merchandise outlets in Terminal 1.Luggage: Left-luggage facilities (tel: +39 02 5858 0298) are available in Terminal 1. Lost items can be reported by filling in a form on the airport’s website.Other facilities: There are chemists and first aid offices in both terminals. Interdenominational chapels are open to those seeking prayer, with Catholic mass held at certain times. Travel agencies and transport tickets desks are available in the arrivals areas. Dedicated baby change and feeding areas are located at various points within the terminals.

The Sala Amica (tel: +39 02 232 323) courtesy lounge in Terminal 1 provides telephones for the hearing-impaired, as well as newspapers and magazines in Braille. Wheelchair assistance is available and there are lifts and ramps for access, as well as disabled toilets and telephones in both terminals. Designated car parking spaces for disabled travellers are available at both terminals, and the shuttle bus connecting the terminals is wheelchair-friendly. Disabled passengers should inform their airline of any special needs when making their flight booking.

Airport hotels

There are a number of on-site hotels at Milan Malpensa Airport, with other accommodation options nearby. Most hotels in the vicinity offer free courtesy shuttles to and from the terminals. Our Milan Malpensa Airport guide includes the following choices:

Holiday Inn Express Milan Malpensa AirportLinked to the nearby airport by a free shuttle bus, the 121-room Holiday Inn Express Milan Malpensa Airport is a good option for those on a budget. Parking spaces are available to guests, while there is limited conference space for hire.Case Nuove 21019, Via Francesco De Pinedo Ang. Via G. OldriniSomma Lombardo, ItalyTel: 0331 18330.Web: www.ihg.com

First Hotel MalpensaLinked to the airport by a shuttle service, First Hotel Malpensa is 1km (0.6 miles) from the terminals. The hotel features an on-site Italian-style restaurant and meeting space, and is close to a number of golf courses.Case Nuove 21019, 34 Via BaraccaSomma Lombardo, ItalyTel: 0331 717 045.Web: www.firsthotel.it

Hotel Villa MalpensaThis elegant hotel in verdant grounds is just 800m (0.5 miles) from Milan Malpensa Airport, to which it is linked via an airport transfer service. Guests here can make use of the swimming pool and dine at the on-site restaurant, which has a good selection of wines.Via Don A Sacconago 1Vizzola Ticino 21010, ItalyTel: 0331 230 944.Web: www.hotelvillamalpensa.com

Sheraton Milan Malpensa Hotel & Conference CentreLocated within Terminal 1, the Sheraton is a good option for those on business, with a large range of services and meeting space. This chic hotel also has a range of leisure offerings, including a restaurant, indoor pool and fitness centre.S.S. 336, Malpensa Terminal 1Malpensa 21010, ItalyTel: 02 23351.Web: www.starwoodhotels.com